Twin Cities fashion retailer Len Druskin will close several stores in the coming days and weeks in a restructuring effort. In an email by Michael Druskin, president of Len Druskin, Inc., the company will close three of its nine locations in the Twin Cities – all three of which are located in Gaviidae Common in downtown Minneapolis. LD Len Druskin and LD Blues will close on Sunday, Jan. 26, and Len Druskin Man will close sometime in February.

There is no comparison to the boutique experience. Feel the rush while immersing yourself in the ambiance of dancing colors and stimulating aromas of these specialty stores. Check out these five best new boutiques that opened in Minnesota in 2013.

Last-minute gifts can get you by when you’re strapped for time. However, the lack of consideration often results in a mediocre gift. Instead of giving the usual, think outside of the box with gifts from these Minnesota spots.

Forget the department stores this year and stay away from the malls by traveling to specialty shops and boutiques that bring Hollywood styles to Minnesota. Let’s face it, the holidays are more fun when you look fabulous.